Juniors News
Rushden Golf Club has a thriving junior section - whether you like competitive play, the odd nine holes or supervised golf sessions there is something for everyone at Rushden. In 2008 Rushden gained Golfmark Accreditation. The award is made to clubs in recognition of their commitment to junior golf.
The junior section is managed by Adrian Clifford who is a PGA Level 3 Professional, Owen Roberts who is a PE Teacher and Ellie Williams who is the Clubs Secretary / Manager and Welfare Officer for Rushden Golf Club. In addition the junior section have their own Captain.
Junior Winter League
Click here to find out the final results.
Results
September 4th 2011: Junior Club Championship
(Due to the awful weather this was scored over 9 holes)
1st Lewis McAloon Gross 38
2nd Tom Newell Gross 40
September 4th 2011: Junior Jim Hill Trophy
(Due to the awful weather this was scored over 9 holes)
1st Tom Newell 40-10-30
2nd Sophie Gaskell 48-18-30
11th August 2011: Junior Rye Cup
1st James Johnson 48 Pts
2nd Max Faulkner 47 Pts
Competitions
The club runs Medal and Stableford competitions throughout the year, together with club competitions - these are as follows:
- Junior Club Championship
- Jim Hill Shield
- Pathway Incentives
- Rye Cup
- Brendan Keen Cup
2011 will see the reintroduction of the Mangers Trophy - points will be awarded for places in the junior competitions with the overall winner being the junior who has scored the most points throughout the year.
Junior members are also eligible to play in adult competitions - subject to a small additional subscription.
Junior League
Rushden were 2009 winners of the Junior League. The team consists of 6 players per side with matches against four other clubs in the county being played. League team members are given free coaching by Adrian Clifford, Club Professional.
Supervised sessions
Between April and August the course is buzzing with junior golfers on a Monday evening. Between 6pm and 7.30pm supervised junior sessions are held - led by Adrian and Owen. Beginners learn the basics of golf on the practice areas whilst the more advanced juniors are taken out on the course. These sessions are free to junior members of the club. A nominal fee of £1.00 per session is payable by juniors who are not members of the club. No equipment is required to attend these sessions as the club provides clubs and golf balls - parents are welcome to stay and use the clubs facilities whilst the sessions are taking place. A relaxed dress code is in place on Monday evenings.